Wealth Preservation, Trusts and Estates

Douglas L. Kaune, Esquire
Estate Planning & Administration, Wills,
Trusts, Asset Protection, Elder Law
Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees
Phoenixville, Malvern, West Chester
Pennsylvania Attorney
dkaune@utbf.com PH: 610-933-8069

It can be a very emotional and difficult time when a family member enters a nursing home. We want the best for our loved ones and expect that they will receive exceptional care. Unfortunaltely, there are occasions when residents are victims of nursing home abuse, elder care abuse or nursing home neglect. It is important to keep a watchful eye to make sure your family member is properly cared for in all nursing homes including those in Montgomery County, Chester County, Delaware County, Philadelphia County or others throughout Pennsylvania. Please also know that you might have a cause of action or claim as a result of the elder abuse. Review this article for some of the questions to ask and the signs that might be evidence of the negligent nursing care. Please call with any questions or concerns that might arise during the care process so that we can assist with any possible issues that arise.

Douglas L. Kaune, Esquire
610-933-8069

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by Douglas L. Kaune, Esquire
Estate Planning & Administration, Wills,
Trusts, Asset Protection, Elder Law
Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees
Phoenixville, Malvern, West Chester
Pennsylvania Attorney
dkaune@utbf.com PH: 610-933-8069

Family Care Agreements, also referred to as Cargegiver Agreements, have increased in popularity as a result of the more stringent Deficit Reduction Act (DRA) Medicaid gifting rules. These agreements are usually established between an elderly individual who is agreeing to “pay” and the individual or individuals who is/are agreeing to provide continued care and assistance into the future. This agreement, if drafted properly, may allow for a significant portion of the the elderly individual’s assets from being spent on nursing home care. The Family Care Agreement has become a regular planning tool for elder law attorneys in Pennsylvania and other jurisdictions. The payment amount will be subject to income tax so care should be made in making the decision to use this type of planning.

Douglas L. Kaune, Esquire

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Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Wills,
Trusts, Elder Law,
Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees
Phoenixville, Malvern, West Chester
Pennsylvania Attorney
dkaune@utbf.com PH: 610-933-8069

The Key 2009 Pennsylvania Medicaid Numbers can be found by clicking this link. They include, Community Spouse Resource Allowance (CSRA), Monthly Maintenance Needs Allowance, Average monthly cost of nursing home care in PA, Estate Recovery, Home Equity Limit, Medicaid Transfers and Ineligibility for Gifts. These figures and requirements change annually. Review these important numbers and call to meet with an experienced Elder Law Attorney to discuss ways to legally protect assets from nursing home spending.

Douglas L. Kaune, Esquire

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Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Wills,
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Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees
Phoenixville, Malvern, West Chester
Pennsylvania Attorney
dkaune@utbf.com PH: 610-933-8069

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Many clients with family members and spouses in need of full time nursing care would like to provide care at home. Unfortunately, not everyone has the financial resources to pay for this care privately. There might be an alternative to private pay home care for you and your family. There are possible options such as the Medicaid Waiver and Care Giver Support Program that will pay for or supplement the cost of at home care. These might be viable alternatives when trying to avoid nursing home admission. Please note that there are eligibility guidelines that must be met to qualify.

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